On Facebook

Our story in last Wednesday’s Observer (August 23, 2017) about the noise from helicopters flying tourists over Stirling’s top attractions prompted a number of comments on our Facebook page. Some sympathised while others felt it was the price paid for living in a tourist destination. Here’s a flavour:

Gem Scotland:“I agree. This is a royal pain in the bahookie. Being located in an estate close to Dobbies and in direct line of the Wallace Monument I feel like I’m being buzzed all the time. Very annoying but i don’t think there’s much to be done about it. We choose to live in an area of historical significance and natural beauty. We want the tourists to come and spend their cash in our local economy to keep making it a desirable place to live. I think it’s just going be one of those things we have to accept it. ”

Meghan Carroll-Ballantyne: “It’s unusual for the area. If there was prior warning of times, frequency etc it would help but instead it’s just thrust upon us and we are expected to put up with it. People flying over with no care or consideration to local residents.”

Stephen Harland:“I could object for so many reasons: I live on the flight path and it’s very noisy. Unfortunately, I imagine they’re not breaking any laws so unless council or other authority have to issue permission/licence, which they can rescind, I don’t imagine there is much anyone can do about it.”

Kenny Shaw:“Sick of it every weekend as it knocks my dogs demented when they fly right over my house.”

Steven Ballantyne: “Definitely a big increase in helicopter frequency but it’s summer and tourist season. What do people expect?”

Ric Fyfe:“Live and let live: it’s bringing people, money and therefore jobs into an area that needs all three.”